africa hotel sector
Africa: The Land of Opportunity
Sofie Otto | January 30, 2018
By Sofie Otto, Tim P. Smith 2017 was full of triumphs and disappointments on the African continent. Some countries that had a positive outlook at the beginning, turned into the problem children of Africa and countries that seemed hopeless in the beginning, surprised us in the end. This article provides a brief summary of some of the most significant events of 2017 and commentary on how 2018 may evolve in the fast-developing world that is Africa. Trump's remarks have shown the need for Africans to independently take responsibility for their actions, resolve issues, help each other and above all, not rely on others who do not truly unders...
How Africa’s Hotel Market is Entering a New Chapter
December 7, 2017
By Natasha Stokes Africa's maturing hotel sector is no longer all about the luxury properties catering for high-end travelers. A new wave of domestic visitors and the continued growth of international tourism are fueling demand for mid-market options, along with niche segments like serviced apartments, in the continent's bustling centers such as Lagos, Nairobi, and Johannesburg. "The hotel market in Sub-Saharan Africa has evolved in the last decade with many global operators opening quality hotels in key markets like South Africa, Mauritius and Kenya," says Xander Nijnens, Executive Vice President, Hotels & Hospitality Group Sub-Sah...
